Production Technician II - Blind Products (2nd Shift)

Howmet Aerospace • Waco, TX

5h

About The Position

The Production Technician II is responsible for producing parts that meet drawing and specification requirements and for caring for and maintaining equipment. When directed by the Manufacturing Supervisor, the technician functions as a tooling readiness specialist and trains other operators as required. The role demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement and follows established safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures.

The technician sets up and operates assigned equipment; performs statistical process control measurements and calculations; maintains tooling, gages, and supplies; and helps prepare tooling and materials for team production. The role also contributes to productivity and quality targets, continuous improvement efforts, preventative maintenance, shop-floor housekeeping, and daily production reporting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 to 3 years of experience performing moderately complex mechanical work.
• Experience setting up and operating assigned equipment.
• Ability to set up and operate multiple equipment types, such as pin heading, sleeve heading, pin rolling, band annealing, drilling, and/or assembly equipment.
• Ability to train operators in equipment setup and operation.
• Ability to read and interpret product blueprints.
• Ability to use inspection gages and instruments.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a technical field related to manufacturing, such as machining.

Responsibilities

• Produce parts that meet drawing and specification requirements.
• Set up and operate assigned equipment.
• Perform statistical process control measurements and calculations, and complete required forms or computer entries.
• Order and maintain inventory levels of required tooling, gages, and supplies.
• Help ensure team tooling and material readiness by assembling tooling setup kits, staging raw materials, and performing external setup tasks as required.
• Participate in setting and achieving team and individual productivity and quality targets.
• Participate in team continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform machine inspections and daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance tasks.
• Perform shop-floor housekeeping duties.
• Prepare daily production reports and forms.
• Train other operators as required.
• Perform work in accordance with established safety and environmental standards and company policies and procedures, including the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to learning manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options.
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
• Paid holidays and vacation time, subject to applicable eligibility, accrual, usage, and policy terms.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans.
• Optional auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance coverage plans.
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED